Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Porto is four hours behind Dubai and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DXB to OPO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Porto Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and OPO:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Porto Airport (OPO)
ج.م. 8,319 is the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Porto Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 17,642. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from DXB to OPO, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport to Porto Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from DXB to OPO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Porto Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near DXB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Porto Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
Book a hotel close to OPO if you're on a late Dubai Airport to Porto Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Porto Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go and experience the lesser-explored corners of Porto and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Porto Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
From Porto Airport, Porto is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Porto Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Porto in January.
The warmest month in Porto is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Dubai Airport to Porto Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to OPO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Porto, now it's time to discover more of Portugal. Journey about 274 kilometres south to Lisbon to tick off its top attractions. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 274 kilometres south of Porto, Amadora is another favourite stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.